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Adrenaline-pumping activities, exciting events, wildlife, history and so much more. Scotland has an abundance of amazing experiences to offer, from traditional local festivals and laid back pursuits such as fishing and golf, to a huge array of historic sites and cultural highlights. There is so much to do it’s hard to know where to start. Well, why not let us guide you through some of the top things to do in the area. On our blog you can read about Scotland’s many attractions, activities and events.

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This week we were dreaming of long hikes, forest bathing and days spent outdoors reconnecting with nature, so we decided to contact an expert in the field. Eco tour guide Patrick Phillips founded Eternal Mountain in 2019 to share his passion for travel and local history. Eternal Mountain offers a wide range of walking tours…

You may not be able to travel just now, but as soon as it becomes safe to do so again, your first holiday will feel extra special. That’s why over the next month our weekly blogs will shine a light on the best things to do and places to visit in the area. We contacted…

At home with the wee ones? Why not teach them some new Scottish songs or nursery rhymes? Here are some of our favourite ones, guaranteed to be a success! Three Craws Wee Willie Winkie Text from The Scottish Poetry Library Ye Cannae Shove Yer Granny Aff a Bus The Sair Finger Text from The Scottish…

Scotland’s rich culture, with its music, foods, clothing, dances and other globally recognisable traditions largely comes from the country’s Gaelic heritage. Following the Jacobite uprisings, the Highland Clearances of the late 18th century heavily suppressed the use of the Gaelic language through centuries of persecution. However, the Scots never forgot their roots, and Gaelic is…

May usually marks the beginning of festival season. Unfortunately, due to current events May 2020 will be a little quieter than usual… but that does not mean you cannot party from home! There are numerous virtual events taking place this month, you just need to pick your favourites, gather the family together, and get ready…

While the current situation is keeping people indoors, the great outdoors will still be there waiting for you. If you’re looking forward to your next big adventure and an escape to the country, why not check out the Great Trossachs Forest. Click here for a virtual 360-degree tour here. The virtual tour features many…

The new trend is travelling (virtually) from the comfort of your own home. Make the most of lockdown: research future holiday destinations thanks to the numerous virtual tours of Scotland available online. Here are out top suggestions. Scotland VR One of VisitScotland’s best FREE apps, Scotland VR gives you the opportunity to experience some…

Happy Easter! Today’s blog will follow the theme of our latest newsletter, and describe different Easter traditions from around the world. Make sure you never miss another newsletter again, subscribe following this link! Foods There is nothing more comforting than buttered hot cross buns with a steaming mug of tea on Easter morning, nothing…

During these early days of spring, despite the current situation we are deciding to look on the bright side. To inspire your creative side to come out during this national lockdown, here are 3 ideas for DIY Easter decorations to try with your loved ones. Eggs Acrylic paint is always fun, but did you…

Scotland has a long literary tradition, with exceptional home-grown talent and in providing inspiration for authors across the world; the novels of Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson helped to put Scotland on the literary map. Some of the most popular modern Scottish authors are in the crime genre, Ian Rankin, Cristopher Brookmyre and…